Evidence supporting the use of: Lactobacillus mixed)
For the body system: Mucus Membranes
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Lactobacillus species—a group of beneficial bacteria commonly found in the human gut and in fermented foods—have scientific support for their role in supporting mucous membrane health, especially in the gastrointestinal and urogenital tracts. Several clinical studies and reviews suggest that supplementation with mixed Lactobacillus strains can modulate the composition and function of the mucosal microbiota, enhance barrier function, and decrease inflammation. For example, Lactobacillus strains can adhere to mucous membranes, compete with pathogens, and strengthen epithelial tight junctions, thereby supporting the integrity of mucosal barriers. There is also evidence that some strains can modulate mucosal immune responses, increasing the production of protective immunoglobulin A (IgA) and anti-inflammatory cytokines. These effects are most strongly supported in the context of gastrointestinal health (e.g., reduction in antibiotic-associated diarrhea, support in irritable bowel syndrome) and urogenital health (e.g., prevention of bacterial vaginosis). However, the strength of evidence varies by strain, dose, and specific mucosal site, and not all benefits are universally observed in all populations. While not all proposed uses are fully validated, the scientific literature does provide a reasonable basis for using certain Lactobacillus mixtures to support the structure and function of mucus membranes.
Other ingredients that support Mucus Membranes
akkermansia muciniphilaaloe vera
barley
basil
bayberry
beta-carotene
bilberry
bisabolol
blackberry
broccoli
ceramides
chamomile
citrus bioflavonoids
clove
coating
colostrum
Coptis chinensis
dandelion
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
glehnia root
glycerin
goldenseal
onion
horseradish
hypromellose
l-cysteine
l-threonine
lactobacillus crispatus
lactobacillus jensenii
lactobacillus salivarius
lactoferrin
lactoperoxidase
lemon
licorice root
marshmallow
methylmethionine sulfonium chloride (vitamin U)
mint
mixed carotenoids
mucin
n-acetyl-glucosamine
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
nettle
niacin (vitamin B3)
okra
olive
omega-7 fatty acids
ophiopogon root
oregon grape
pear
perilla
plantain
platycodon root
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
raspberry
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rose oil
sage
slippery elm bark
sorbitol
thyme
vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin E
water
xylitol
zhejiang fritillary
zinc
yellow root
boneset
mullein
chickweed
cardamom
lobelia
capsicum
mugwort
malabar nut
hedychium spicatum
tylophora
yarrow
moss
fritillaria
myrrh
yerba santa
elecampane
coltsfoot
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
stillingia
white oak
horehound
herbal blend (proprietary)
cayenne pepper
Agastache
acacia
Agrimony
Allicin
Alchornea
Asarum heterotropoides
Arrowroot
Acemannan
Adenophora
Asarabacca
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Baikal Skullcap
Bryonia
Bai Ji
Bidens pilosa
Balsam
Boswellic Acid
Bistort
Baccharis dracunculifolia
Barleria
Bougainvillea
Bael
Benzoin
Boswellia
Bethroot
Bletilla
Bioflavonoids
Butterbur
Bee products
Borage
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Bird's nest
Calendula
Colloidal Silver
Cod Liver Oil
Carvacrol
Citrus
Cineole
Cornflower
Cajuput
Cantaloupe
Catechu
Centipeda
Cistus
Cubeb
Cowslip
Cranesbill
Carotene (unspecified)
Chekiang Fritillary
Collinsonia
Chondrus
Devil's Club
European Elder
English Horsemint
English Elm
Echinacea
Elder
European Field Elm
Eucheuma
Elephant's Head
European-Five Finger Grass
Ellagitannin
Flavonones
Goldthread
Glycosaminoglycans
Mallow
Mimosa
Rose
Other body systems supported by Lactobacillus mixed)
Digestive SystemGastrointestinal Tract
Immune System
Intestinal System
Large Intestines (Colon)
Mucus Membranes
Peyer’s patches
Reproductive System
Small Intestines
Urinary System
Vagina